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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers issues relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in e-learning technology are empowering people in all parts of the world to take part in courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that blended learning institutions must deal with more than ever because online education technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is respectable? How can participants certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can stakeholders manage inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders desire to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Educators want to understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this developing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also deals with the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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